Andersen
Role: Manager
Key Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
The role revolves around VAT and ESR compliances in UAE region and would broadly involve the following responsibilities:
The candidate would be responsible for managing end to end compliances for the clients assigned to the team
Conducting and managing VAT Health Checks for clients across various industries
Regular – monthly, quarterly – compliances to be carried out without any delays [such as VAT returns reviews]
Responsible for maintaining the backup data i.e., VAT return workings in FAF, in relation to all tax compliances
Preparing and reviewing advisories, memos, health check report, technical clarification etc.
Providing ad-hoc advice to clients
Experience in handling litigation with FTA/TDRC such as filing of reconsideration application, penalty waiver request, request to TDRC, etc.
Complete knowledge of the functionalities of FTA Portal along with experience in tasks such as VAT registration amendment, filing technical clarification, voluntary disclosure etc.
Providing comprehensive training to the client for all tax laws, updates and related implications
Continuously updating oneself and the team with the changing tax regime of UAE
Analysis and preparation of ESR notification and report and conducting discussion meetings with clients
Reviewing tasks performed by a team of senior and junior associates and Assistant Manager to assure end-to-end communication with all clients
Review of proposals and engagement letters to be shared with clients/prospective clients
Passion for business development and getting new clients
Uphold the firms code of ethics and business conduct whilst working with the team and clients
Ensure regular updates and articles from the team are shared to be published on company’s digital platforms
Responsible for overall team’s deliverables & performance
Regular monitoring of tasks and assignments to provide track updates to senior management
Job Requirements for the role
A minimum of 5 years of experience in VAT laws, regulations, procedures, compliance in UAE
Up to date with the knowledge of VAT laws, regulations, procedures, guides, public clarifications in UAE
Experience in managing people and generating productive results from a team
Must have one of the following certifications – ACCA/CA/CPA/Law
Knowledge of European Tax System is an advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication
Effective & efficient utilization of resources to ensure maximum billability & profitable assignments
UAE driving license is a plus